aranda\lasch + marcelo coelho install the world’s largest fresnel lens at times square
couples can see 'window to the heart' in person until february 28, 2018.
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aranda\lasch conceives a temple-like setting for monumental KAWS show in shanghai
inside the yuz museum, the design of the exhibition has been conceived to accommodate both large and small scale sculptures, as well as a series of paintings.
IKEA masters mass-produced uniqueness at 2018 madrid design festival
in collaboration with tom dixon, chris stamp, piet hein eek and bea åkerlund, IKEA's exhibition explores themes of fashion, art and even 3D printing.
piet hein eek upcycles veronese's found glass pieces into chandeliers
the project began when veronese’s creative director found a century-old treasure trove of hand blown glass pieces in their parisian showroom.
erik andersson turns a swedish bridge into a central gathering place for local community
the proposed bridge introduces a new public space where people can enjoy the sun and get closer to the water.
erik andersson proposes carbon fiber pedestrian bridge for gothenburg
owing to its to its carbon fiber construction, the lightweight structure seemingly floats above the water’s surface.
susan for susan sculpts stalactite-like lighting and otherworldly objects from cement + sand
pigmented cement, sand, polystyrene, blown glass, and electrical components come together to form abstractly-shaped, crudely-contoured forms reminiscent of otherworldly objects sourced from alien landscapes.
designboom mart toronto: discover the emerging talents making waves at IDS 2018
creative professionals hailing from finland, italy, japan, peru, canada and other parts of the globe introduced their self-produced and limited-edition objects to the burgeoning canadian market.
plans unveiled for the largest timber office building in the US
designed by michael green architecture, the project will anchor 'riverfront square,' a mixed-use development proposed for downtown newark, new jersey.
michael green architecture plans north america's tallest wood building
north america's tallest wooden building will break ground in may 2013, ushering in a new era of sustainable timber high-rises.
rolex mentor and protégé arts initiative names david adjaye among 2018-2019 participants
the multidisciplinary philanthropic program unites established names with emerging talents for a year or more of open-ended collaboration.
david chipperfield named architecture mentor for rolex arts initiative
as part of rolex's mentor and protégé initiative, the british architect has accepted an invitation to tutor a rising young talent for one year.
jin kuramoto's biological chair for OFFECCT named best product at stockholm furniture fair
the body of the chair is defined by shaping thin layers of flax fibers on top of each other, forming a strong shell around a core of air.
ed ng & terence ngan's flux collection for LASVIT portrays receding tides
motivated by lighting reflecting off the ocean in shallow water, the lamps showcase different material levels that portray this scenery.
patricia urquiola designs saphirkeramik 'sonar' collection for LAUFEN
in an exclusive video interview, patricia urquiola discusses the elegant, contrasting yet balanced 'sonar' collection, designed for LAUFEN.
DIMORESTUDIO creates a vibrant setting for the newly opened brand new world salon in zürich
the studio employs a rich palette with luxurious fabrics, glossy and mirrored surfaces, bronze and brass finishes, evocative of their ebullient creative energy, to define the space.
'en: art of nexus' at TOTO GALLERY·MA builds on japan's 2016 venice biennale exhibition
until march 18, 2018, visitors to tokyo have a second chance to see the display as it returns home to japan.
daydreamers design installs confessional booth made of wax bricks in hong kong
the structure has been built using wax blocks, referencing the votive candles found in churches, chapels, and cathedrals.
johan kauppi launches the barn & fences at stockholm furniture fair 2018
inspired by the winter environment of swedish lapland, the little houses and space dividers are semi-transparent, yet soundproof.
johan kauppi launches illuminated frame for potted plants at stockholm furniture fair 2018
if you dream of working next to a dense mini-jungle or your collection of beautiful orchids, then you will definitely enjoy the swedish studio kauppi & kauppi's new 'limbus greenframe' project.
johan kauppi launches illuminated frame for potted plants at stockholm furniture fair 2018
if you dream of working next to a dense mini-jungle or your collection of beautiful orchids, then you will definitely enjoy the swedish studio kauppi & kauppi's new 'limbus greenframe' project.
johan kauppi composes subtle floor screens for glimakra of sweden
clear proportions bring together the robust screen panels into a light family gently lifted off the floor, while offering unusually effective absorption.
labics regenerates rome neighborhood with mixed-use 'city of sun' development
the project is made up of residences, commercial spaces, offices, car parks, and a succession of public spaces on various levels.
labics overlaps old + new with pop art apartment in rome
the art collector's private apartment combines a sense of historic identity with a new layer that is able to support the necessary residential activities.
doshi levien design monolithic yet light outdoor seating for B&B italia
debuting at IMM cologne 2018, the woven frames of the B&B italia bay collection creates air pockets that envelop, shelter and comfort users.
ligne roset sintra settee is a classical yet contemporary masterpiece
the ligne roset sintra by noé duchaufour lawrence exhibits the brand's skilled expertise with versatile material, detail and finishes options.
doshi levien completes woven kettal cala collection for IMM cologne 2018
because it is never too early to think about summer.
interview with doshi levien about their kettal cala chair, style + vision
the design duo nipa doshi and jonathan levien discuss with furniture company kettal about their cala club chair collection and hybrid working vision.
U.S. bank stadium in minneapolis prepares to host super bowl LII
designed by HKS, the arena has been home to the minnesota vikings since 2016 and was awarded the best completed sport building at the 2017 world architecture festival.
interview with WilkinsonEyre's sebastien ricard on the battersea power station development
at the world architecture festival in berlin, the architect explained more about the project, and discussed how the firm approaches the different projects it is working on around the world.
PET lamps weave textile traditions from all over the world to combat plastic waste
PET lamp project worked most recently with yolngu weavers in australia's northern territory to create large chandeliers.
PET bottle lamps by alvaro catalan de ocon
thinking about the validity of the PET bottle over the long term and finding a creative way to transform it into a functional and desirable product for the market after its initial intended use.
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2026 NY Architectural & Interior Design Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
Portugal Long Table Restaurant $ 11,635.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
The Architect’s Chair Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: january 5th, 2027 
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: september 15th, 2027 
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 
Kinderspace: Architecture for Children's Development competition / Edition #4 $ 11,773.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 
TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! 2026 $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: october 30th, 2026 
Marca Corona Award 2027 | Contest for artists and designers under 35 $ 1,675.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
